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Deciding whether university is right for you is a decision that requires a lot of thought.<\/p>\n
University is a popular choice for many, but it\u2019s not for everyone. Some people might choose to go straight into the world of work. Other people might do apprenticeships or other courses. But going to university to get a degree is a common choice.<\/p>\n
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When weighing your options it\u2019s a good idea to consider lots of things. Below are some questions you need to ask yourself:<\/p>\n
If, after lots of thought, you decide that university is right for you, you\u2019ll then need to start the process of applying!<\/p>\n
Firstly, it\u2019s time to do your research! Every university course is different so make sure you understand what the course is before applying. It\u2019s also important to check what qualifications the university requires for the course you want to do. Most universities will state the type of A Levels or GCSEs you need, as well as the likely grade requirements.<\/p>\n
Lots of universities hold open days and visiting is strongly recommended, if you possibly can. Getting a feel for the place can help you decide if it\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n
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To apply for university, you must apply through UCAS, which is the admissions service for people to apply for university.<\/p>\n
To make an application through UCAS, you must first create an account on UCAS, link it with your school or college, and then add all your personal details.<\/p>\n
This includes personal information, educational background, references and you\u2019ll have to write a personal statement. It\u2019s important to write a strong personal statement as it\u2019s an opportunity to show the university who you are and what you hope to achieve from doing the programme.<\/p>\n
In general, most courses that start in September will close their applications in January. However, if you\u2019re applying for certain courses or universities, the deadlines can be different.<\/p>\n
Prospective medicine students and those wishing to apply for top universities, like Cambridge or Oxford, are expected to submit their application in October.<\/p>\n
The process of application can be different if you\u2019re applying to a conservatoire as you must audition for these establishments. Some of these establishments are also not on UCAS, so you\u2019ll need to expand your search outside of UCAS.<\/p>\n
To apply for university, you must also pay a fee. The price differs depending on how many courses you apply for or what school you\u2019re making an application for, so make sure you\u2019re aware of how much you need to pay so there\u2019s no big surprises when you come to the end of your application.<\/p>\n
Over the next few weeks and months, you\u2019ll start to receive responses from the universities you\u2019ve applied for.<\/p>\n
There are four responses you might receive:<\/p>\n
Although your place at university might not be secured just yet, you still have to apply for financial support with Student Finance months in advance. This needs to done sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n
You need to apply for:<\/p>\n
The forms you need to complete can be lengthy and will require parents and guardians to provide their financial details too. This is so that Student Finance can get an idea of your financial situation, as well as the people who may be supporting you as you study. This means they can assess what loan is right for you.<\/p>\n
Once this is completed this needs to be processed by Student Finance and they will then confirm the amount you will receive.<\/p>\n